[Completed] Can't find key code for my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan - help!

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Nightowl
Member since May 2022 • 130 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Emeraldcity
Member • 83 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan?

October 28, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 147 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan, hope this helps.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 106 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan for days.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 91 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 8 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan. This looks promising.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
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I really hope this trick works on my Chevrolet Malibu ECO 1SA Sedan.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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